Yukon Quest

Had a great time this morning watching the start of the Yukon Quest dog sled race. The racers start from Whitehorse this year and embark on a 1000 mile race to fairbanks Alaska. It has a reputation as the toughest race of it's kind in the world.

The start area was packed with people all excited and there was a great atmosphere. The racers were saluting the crowd on the way out and shouting thanks to all the well wishers.

I had fun taking some pictures and if you want to see a few more check out a few I have put on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=330484&id=539230489&l=6c2e8a3175